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1 Vinyl Windows and Doors Part Number: V Pella Corporation INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION - INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACION 350 SERIES REPLACEMENT WINDOW WITH 2-1/4 FLUSH FLANGE Lea las instrucciones en español en el reverso Installation Instructions for Replacement of Aluminum Windows in Hard Coat Stucco Applications in arid climates. These instructions are designed for typical California hard coat stucco exterior applications. The installation must leave the existing aluminum window frame and weep system in place. These instructions are not to be used with any other construction method and rely on the integrity of the existing aluminum window frame and flashing system. Building designs, construction methods, building materials, and site conditions unique to your project may require an installation method different from these instructions and additional care. Determining the appropriate installation method is the responsibility of you, your architect, or construction professional. If you have questions, please contact your local Pella retailer. REMEMBER TO USE APPROPRIATE PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT. Existing Aluminum Window Frame Flush Flange Interlocker Drain Slots Always read the Vinyl Window and Door Limited Warranty before purchasing or installing Vinyl Windows and Doors manufactured by Pella Corporation. By installing this product, you are acknowledging that this Limited Warranty is part of the terms of the sale. Failure to comply with all Pella installation and maintenance instructions may void your Pella product warranty. See Limited Warranty for complete details at

2 YOU WILL NEED TO SUPPLY: Window and Door Insulating Foam Sealant by the Dow Chemical Company or equivalent low pressure polyurethane window latex foams. Installation will require two or more persons for safety reasons. TOOLS REQUIRED: 1OPENING PREPARATION A. Prior to removing the existing window sash and/or glass, check the dimensions of the existing window and the new window to make sure the new window than the new window in both width and height. 1A B. Prepare the window opening by removing the sash frame. Note: It may be necessary to cut the divider between vent and fixed glass areas with a hacksaw. The existing aluminum frame is left in place so as not to disturb the existing exterior stucco flashing or drainage system. C. Remove any debris, old sealant, paint or stucco from the exterior face of the existing window frame. Clean any dirt or debris from the existing sill and ensure the weep holes are open and clear. 1B D. Seal the existing jamb frame joints to the sill of the existing aluminum window frame with beads of sealant. 1D 1F Sealant E. Seal any screw holes from the original divider existing frame.

3 F. Install wood blocking around the entire opening. The blocking must be the same height as the existing aluminum window frame. The blocking must extend to the interior far enough to provide full support for the sill of the new window, however may extend as far to the interior as desired. Apply sill flashing tape. Cut a piece of flashing tape Apply the tape bottom over the wood blocking so Window Frame Depth minus 1/4 Flashing Tape Wood Blocking 1G Cut treated wood filler to fill the sill cavities in the existing aluminum frame. The depth of the filler should be the same height as the tallest leg of the aluminum frame. Cut the sill filler to fill the entire length of the sill in both cavities. Cut notches in the sill filler to correspond with the weep holes of the existing aluminum window frame. I. Install the wood filler into the existing aluminum frame. Insert the sill filler with the notches over the holes in the existing window. Window Frame Depth minus 1/4 Flashing Tape Wood Filler Wood Blocking 1I 1G 1I J. Install sill shims and level sill. from each side and beneath integral mullions. Place center. Some window types require anchors at the sill. If the unit has installation holes in the sill, place shims at each anchor location. Adjust shims as necessary to ensure the sill is level. Note: The depth of the shim should be equal to the window frame depth minus 1/2". Cut the shim to this dimension. Place the exterior edge of the shim flush with the exterior of the existing window. Improper placement of shims may result in bowing the bottom of the window. 1D 1J 2PREPARE THE WINDOW FOR INSTALLATION A. Remove packing material from the window. The vent sash and screen may be removed to make the window lighter and easier to handle. Note: check product for any crack or penetration in the frame. DO NOT install damaged units.

4 B. Insert the window into the opening from the exterior. Insert shims around the window temporarily while you verify that the window will fit into the opening and the window flanges will overlap the stucco or existing aluminum Note: Fix any problems with the opening before proceeding. If required, the exterior flush flange may be trimmed. To trim the exterior flush flange, lay the window exterior side down on a firm clean surface. Using a utility knife or circular saw, cut the flush flange along one of the score lines on the back of the flush flange. If using a CLIP INSTALLION, refer to the installation instructions included with the install clip accessory package. SLIDING WINDOW ONLY 2D C. Remove the venting sash window and slide the venting sash open sash until the bottom of the sash will clear the bottom track. And remove the sash towards the interior. EXTERIOR SILL INTERIOR D. Remove the vent track from the vent pocket sill. screwdriver, pry the vent track out of the sill pocket, being careful not to damage it. Keep this part, to be reinstalled later. E. Drill 5/32" installation screw holes through the frame jambs, head, & sill per the spacing shown in the graphic. The holes should be located in the center of the vent pocket. 6" 6" 16" MAX. 6" 4" 4" 6" 2E 16" MAX. Fixed Meeting Rail EXTERIOR F. Head/Jamb Only: Counter Drill with a drill of the bit. Drill through the first penetrate the outer wall with the 2F 5/32" drill 1-1/4" INTERIOR 3/8" drill with drill guide placed 1/4" from end of bit.

5 DOUBLE HUNG AND SINGLE HUNG WINDOWS > 40" WIDE ONLY: Remove the sill riser by opening the sash bladed screwdriver can be inserted as shown. Pry sill riser up to remove. First Press Here Then Insert Screwdriver Here 6" CENTERED 6" Drill 5/32 installation screw holes through the frame sill and head per the spacing shown in the graphic. MEETING RAIL I. Counter Drill the end of the bit. Drill through the penetrate the outer wall with the 1-1/4" 5/32" drill 3/8" drill with drill guide placed 1/4" from end of bit. 5/32" drill 1-1/4"

6 3 SETTING AND FASTENING THE WINDOW A. Place a line of sealant on the perimeter face of the existing aluminum window frame. It is important to OHDYH D Ŕ JDS LQ WKH VHDODQW OLQH DW HDFK RI WKH ZHHS holes of the existing aluminum window frame. &YUFSJPS 7JFX " 8FFQ IPMFT TWO OR MORE PERSONS WILL BE REQUIRED FOR THE FOLLOWING STEPS. B. Insert the window from the exterior of the building and center the window in the prepared opening. C. Insert shims between the window and the sides of the opening at the top two anchor hole locations in the window sides. Trim all shims so they are UHFHVVHG EDFN Ŕ Ŕ IURP WKH LQWHULRU IDFH RI the window frame. *OUFSJPS 7JFX $ D. Fasten the window at the top of the opening E\ GULYLQJ D [ Ŕ SDQ KHDG FRUURVLRQ UHVLVWDQW screw through the top two installation holes in the window sides and into the wall members. The VFUHZ PXVW DFKLHYH D PLQ RI Ŕ HPEHGPHQW LQWR WKH ZDOO IUDPLQJ,I Ŕ ORQJ VFUHZV DUHQőW sufficient to reach the min. embedment, select a longer corrosion resistant screw. 3D Note: Make sure the window flush flange is tight against the stucco or window frame before driving screws to maintain a good line of sealant between the flush flange and the existing aluminum window frame. E. Plumb and square the window. Insert shims between the window and the sides of the rough opening at the anchor hole locations in the ZLQGRZ VLGHV '2 127 RYHU VKLP 0RYH WKH ZLQGRZ LQ the opening until the flanges are tight against the existing aluminum window frame. Shim at the head at the installation hole locations on wider windows. *OUFSJPS 7JFX & &

7 F. Finish anchoring the window to the opening by driving the screws noted in 3D through the remaining installation holes, shims, and into the wall members. Place a dab of sealant in all installation screw holes in the sill prior to installing the sill screws. Sealant is frame and may interfere with the performance of the window. Insert Screw Covers insert the covers into tight spaces in the frame. Note: If window components were removed to access sill anchors; replace them now. The sill riser and sash track snap in by pressing them down. 3F 4K Screw Cover Installation Screw Hole Check the window operation Note: If there are any problems with the operation of the window, recheck shim locations and adjust for plumb and square. CASEMENTS: If additional adjustment is needed, use the adjustment tool and accompanying instructions. Place a corner bead of sealant on the edge of the window flush flange on top, sides and sealant bead at the bottom, corresponding to the weep hole locations in the existing aluminum window frame. 3H 5A Exterior View 2"

8 4 INTERIOR SEAL Caution: Ensure use of low pressure polyurethane window and door insulating foams and strictly follow the foam manufacturer s recommendations for application. Use of high pressure foams or improper application of the foam may cause the window frame to bow and hinder operation. A. Apply insulating foam sealant. From the interior, insert the space between the window and the rough opening for expansion of the foam and will minimize squeeze out. Apply sealant across interior surface of shims to instructions. Note: It may be necessary to squeeze the end of the tube with pliers to be able to insert into the space between the window frame and the rough opening. DO NOT completely fill the space from the back of the flange to the interior face of the window. B. Check window operation by opening and closing the window. Note: If the window does not operate correctly, check to make sure it is still plumb, level, square and that the sides are not bowed. If adjustments are required, remove the foam with a serrated knife. Adjust the shims, and reapply the insulating foam sealant. 5 INTERIOR TRIM A. Apply interior trim as required. CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS Be sure to remove all liquid by wiping dry or use a clean squeegee. The vinyl frame may be or Soft Scrub seal. Keep door tracks clear of dirt and debris. Keep weep holes open and clear of obstructions. IMPORTANT NOTICE Because all construction must anticipate some water infiltration, it is important that the wall system be designed and constructed to properly manage moisture. Pella Corporation is not responsible for claims or damages caused by anticipated and unanticipated water infiltration; deficiencies in building design, construction and maintenance; failure to install Pella products in accordance with Pella installation instructions; or the use of Pella products in wall systems which do not allow for proper management of moisture within the wall systems. The determination of the suitability of all building components, including the use of Pella products, as well as the design and installation of installer, or other construction professional and are not the responsibility of Pella. Pella products should not be used in barrier wall systems which do not allow for proper management of moisture within the wall systems, such as barrier Exterior Insulation and Finish Pella makes no warranty of any kind and assumes no responsibility for Pella windows and doors installed in barrier wall systems. In the states listed above, the installation of Pella products in barrier wall or similar systems must be in accordance with Pella installation instructions. Product modifications that are not approved by Pella Corporation will void the Limited Warranty.